27 Dec All-on-4 Dental Implants
This method represents the traditional approach to dental implant treatment.
All-on-4 Restorations
Dental implants provide a highly effective, long-term solution for missing teeth and address many common challenges associated with dentures. These implants replace the root of a missing tooth using a titanium implant placed into a carefully prepared socket in the jawbone. A restoration is then attached to the implant, ensuring the tooth is fully functional once again.
All-on-4 dental implants are a groundbreaking treatment available to patients at Smile Hub Dental Clinic. This technique allows an entire set of replacement teeth (referred to as an arch) to be supported by only four implants. The All-on-4 implants are strategically positioned at specific angles to maximise support and ensure complete stabilisation for your dentures.
Placement of All-on-4 Dental Implants
Before treatment begins, you will have a consultation with Dr Laura Fee at Smile Hub Dental Clinic. This meeting provides an opportunity to ask any questions about the procedure and for Dr Fee to assess your suitability for All-on-4 dental implants. A series of tests will be carried out to determine if any teeth need to be removed prior to implant placement. If you are deemed suitable for the treatment, Dr Fee will explain the process in detail and schedule an appointment to place the implants.
The procedure involves placing the implants at specific angles to optimise support and stability. The back two implants are inserted at a 45-degree angle, while the front implants are positioned at a 90-degree angle. This precise placement enhances anchorage and promotes effective healing.
Once the implants are in place, abutments will be attached. Abutments are small connectors that join the implants to the new restorations. After the abutments are securely fitted, the restorations will be attached. Dr Fee will then assess the appearance of your new smile and ensure the implants are a perfect fit.
Following the placement of your implants, regular follow-up appointments will be scheduled at Smile Hub Dental Clinic to monitor your progress. After approximately six months, the implants will have fully healed and integrated into the jawbone, allowing your permanent restorations to be fitted.
How Are All-on-4 Implants Different from Standard Dental Implants?
All-on-4 dental implants differ from traditional implants as they require only four implants to support a full arch of teeth, compared to the six to ten implants typically needed for a traditional arch restoration. The unique placement of All-on-4 implants, with the back implants positioned at a 45-degree angle rather than the standard 90-degree angle, helps to stabilise and interlock the implants for maximum support. This approach makes the procedure quicker and less invasive.
Benefits of All-on-4 Dental Implants
All-on-4 implants offer numerous advantages. Since only four implants are used to support a full arch, the procedure is less invasive, takes less time, and requires fewer visits to the dentist. Additionally, the new teeth are fitted on the same day as the implants, allowing you to leave the clinic with a restored smile immediately. Bone grafting is rarely necessary, and All-on-4 implants deliver both a natural-looking aesthetic and full mouth functionality.
At Smile Hub Dental Clinic in Dublin, Dr Laura Fee provides this innovative treatment in a welcoming and professional environment.
All-on-4 FAQs
Is the procedure painful?
The All-on-4 procedure is specifically designed to minimise discomfort. At Smile Hub Dental Clinic, Dr Laura Fee will ensure your comfort by providing a sedative or local anaesthetic during the implant placement. While mild soreness and swelling may occur after the procedure, these symptoms can typically be managed with over-the-counter pain relief. Most patients recover quickly and can usually return to work comfortably the following day.
Will the results match my natural teeth?
At Smile Hub Dental Clinic, Dr Laura Fee and her experienced team will work closely with you to design replacement teeth that perfectly match your natural teeth in both shade and shape. This ensures a seamless, natural appearance that will be virtually indistinguishable from your original teeth.
Do I have to be a certain age to get All-on-4 implants?
Age is not the primary factor in determining suitability for All-on-4 treatment—your overall health is more important. If you are healthy enough to undergo tooth extractions, you are generally a good candidate for All-on-4 implants. Dr Fee will conduct a comprehensive assessment of your mouth, jawbone, and teeth to ensure the best possible outcome for your treatment.